Hidden on the second floor of the China Live complex at 644 Broadway in San Francisco, Cold Drinks Bar is a cocktail lounge crafted for aficionados of fine spirits and atmospheric escapes. Upon ascending the staircase, patrons pass under the subtle iconography of bats and a discrete door—befitting the bar’s speakeasy-style mystique. Inside awaits a dimly-lit, velvet-lined interior evoking 1930s Shanghai jazz-era glamour combined with old-school San Francisco charm. The bar specializes in whiskies — especially Scotch — and cocktails built around rare or aged spirits. On the drink menu you’ll find names like the “Sometimes Old Fashioned” (duck-fat-washed whisky) and “Silk Degrees” (coconut-washed Johnnie Walker Black, pineapple & coconut) among other creative pours. Seating is intimate and upscale; many reviewers mention dress-up appropriate attire and a refined yet relaxed crowd. The food menu is light (snacks served, coming from the Eight Tables kitchen) and the focus squarely on craft cocktails and ambience. Whether you’re beginning your night in Chinatown, seeking a refined after-dinner drink, or marking a special occasion, Cold Drinks Bar provides a well-executed mix of clandestine charm, serious spirits and memorable décor.
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